Senior Nursery Practitioner

Additional Resources; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable childcare provider in the UK is seeking a Senior Nursery Practitioner / Deputy Room Leader to ensure a safe and stimulating environment for children. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 Early Years qualification and preferably a year of experience in a similar role. This full-time position offers a salary of £29,000 along with competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Additional leave entitlement

Pension scheme

Organised company events

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Experience as a Senior Nursery Practitioner or similar role.
• A year of experience in childcare or nursery environment preferred.
• Knowledge of the EYFS framework.

Responsibilities

• Support the Room Leader with the daily running of the room.
• Deliver engaging activities for children's learning.
• Ensure safety and welfare of all children.

Skills

Child development planning

Observation skills

First Aid knowledge

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

Minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Nursery Practitioner / Deputy Room Leader to join a well-established nursery committed to providing exceptional childcare and education creating a nurturing, inclusive, and high-quality environment for children.

As a Senior Nursery Practitioner / Deputy Room Leader, you will be supporting the daily running of a room, ensuring a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment for all children.

This full-time permanent role offers a salary of £29,000 and benefits.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Room Leader with the day-to-day running of the room.
• Delivering engaging, age-appropriate activities that support children's learning and development.
• Acting as a key person, carrying out observations and maintaining accurate records of progress.
• Ensuring the safety and welfare of all children, following safeguarding and health & safety procedures.
• Building positive relationships with parents, carers, and colleagues to promote strong partnerships.
• Maintaining high standards of practice, environment, and resources in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Contributing to planning and assessment to meet individual needs.
• Encouraging an inclusive environment where all children have equal access and opportunities.

What We Are Looking For

• Previously worked as a Senior Nursery Practitioner, Senior Nursery Nurse, Deputy Room Leader, Assistant Room Leader, Room Supervisor or in a similar role.
• Minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification.
• A year of experience in childcare or a nursery environment (preferred).
• Knowledge and experience of the EYFS framework.
• Paediatric First Aid and Safeguarding training.
• Strong ability to plan, observe, and assess children's learning and development.
• Awareness of health & safety requirements and safeguarding responsibilities.
• Ability to support children with SEND and work in partnership with parents.

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary
• Additional leave entitlement.
• Pension scheme.
• Organised company events.
• Supportive working environment with opportunities for professional growth.

This is a fantastic opportunity to progress your career in early years education with a trusted childcare provider.

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